endocuticle

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Cross-sectional diagram of an insect showing the exoskeleton structure. Labeled Royalty Free Stock Photo

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Detailed illustration of an insect's exoskeleton structure. On the left, a brown insect in a side view, showcasing its segmented body and jointed legs. On the right, a cross-sectional diagram of the exoskeleton layers, labeled as exocuticle, endocuticle, and procuticle. The diagram highlights the chitin structure with colored layers depicting different biological materials, emphasizing the rigidity and protective properties of the exoskeleton. Labels indicate various components, such as chitin and proteins, essential for the insect's external support.